Juventus are hoping to beat Liverpool to the signing of Lazio centre-back Stefan de Vrij – but want to land him on a free transfer NEXT summer.
The Dutch defender, who played 27 times in Serie A last term, is said to be one of Jurgen Klopp's top summer targets.
De Vrij's current deal runs out in 12 months time so Lazio know that his value will only dwindle should they not cash in on him during the window.